Search Thermo Fisher Scientific
Search Thermo Fisher Scientific
Invitrogen
{{$productOrderCtrl.translations['antibody.pdp.commerceCard.promotion.promotions']}}
{{$productOrderCtrl.translations['antibody.pdp.commerceCard.promotion.viewpromo']}}
{{$productOrderCtrl.translations['antibody.pdp.commerceCard.promotion.promocode']}}: {{promo.promoCode}} {{promo.promoTitle}} {{promo.promoDescription}}. {{$productOrderCtrl.translations['antibody.pdp.commerceCard.promotion.learnmore']}}
MA5-33318 reacts in immunoblotting specifically with keratin 14 (50kDa). In tissue sections MA5-33318 is positive on basal cells of non-keratinizing stratified epithelia, basal cells and suprabasal cells of the epidermis and gingiva, myoepithelial cells and squamous cell carcinomas.
Cytokeratins(CK) are intermediate filaments of epithelial cells, both in keratinizing tissue (ie. Skin) and non-keratinizing cells (ie. Mesothelial cells). Although not a traditional marker for endothelial cells, cytokeratins have also been found in some microvascular endothelial cells. Atleast 20 different CKs in the molecular range of 40-70 k Da and isoelectric points of 5-805 can be identified using two dimensional gel electrophoresis. Biochemically, most members of the CK family fall into one of two classes, type I (acidic polypeptides) and type II (basic polypeptides). At least one member of the acidic family and one member of the basic family is expressed in all epithelial cells. Monoclonal antibodies to cytokeratin proteins can be useful markers for tumor identification and classification. Belonging to the type A (acidic) subfamily of low molecular weight keratins and existing in combination with keratin 5, keratin 14 distinguishes stratified epithelial cells from simple epithelial cells and is useful in identification of squamous cell carcinomas. It is considered a prognostic marker in breast carcinomas.
For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures. Not for resale without express authorization.
If an Invitrogen™ antibody doesn't perform as described on our website or datasheet,we'll replace the product at no cost to you, or provide you with a credit for a future purchase.*
Learn moreGet expert recommendations for common problems or connect directly with an on staff expert for technical assistance related to applications, equipment and general product use.
Contact tech support